Alnus Peak is located on the Canadian provincial boundary between Alberta and British Columbia. It was named in 1921 by Arthur O. Wheeler; alnus is the Latin name of the Alder tree.[2][1] The name may refer to the dense stands of Red Alder found in the area.[3]

Alnus Peak
Alnus Peak Location in Alberta and British Columbia
Highest point
Elevation	2,968 m (9,738 ft)[1]
Prominence	508 m (1,667 ft)[1]
Coordinates	52°29′18″N 118°00′24″W[1]
Geography
Location	Alberta / British Columbia, Canada
District	Kootenay Land District
Parent range	Park Ranges
Topo map	NTS 83D8 Athabasca Pass
Climbing
First ascent	1920 Boundary Commission[1]

See also

• List of peaks on the Alberta–British Columbia border
• List of mountains of Alberta
• Mountains of British Columbia

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